Identify and build strategic pipelines of prospective partners in Middle Eastern markets with scalable approach to increase merchant adoption of Apple Pay. Successfully navigate partner landscape to identify key decision makers and negotiate deal terms. Participate internally on cross-functional teams to define partners, product requirements, negotiation strategies, integration and testing plans and go-to-market launch programs. Continually manage partnerships delivering new feature improvements and ongoing support to drive customer trial and usage. Provide regular communications to internal teams regarding partnership strategy and results.